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The golf courses at M. S. Macy Golf Instruction in San Jose are waiting for you and your friends to get your game on.
Wandering souls would be best to visit this course for any one of their A+ dishes.
Having trouble finding that family-friendly activity everyone will love? This course is made for all ages, so little ones are welcome to come along, too.
Parking is plentiful, so visitors can feel free to bring their vehicles.

It might be time to switch up your regular weekend routine. Northwood Park Pool Improvement Association in San Jose has you covered.
Designed for all fitness levels, these kickboxing classes will give you a great cardio workout.
Parking is plentiful, so guests can feel free to bring their vehicles.

When you are on the hunt for something fun to do this weekend, head to Exercise Progression in Milpitas.
Shred your fat and define your muscles with a robust program of cross fit exercises.
Don't forget to ask about the personal trainers who will work to find a fitness schedule and routine that works for you.
Nothing more impressive than being strong and independent, which kickboxing can help you achieve.
Parking is plentiful, so patrons can feel free to bring their vehicles.

Fitness USA in Milpitas makes working out just a little bit more enjoyable.
Treat yourself to a cardio blast and kick and punch your way to your health and wellness goals.
Parking is plentiful, so visitors can feel free to bring their vehicles.

When you are on the hunt for something fun to do this weekend, head to Fitness USA Health Spas in Milpitas.
Learn how to properly defend yourself with one of these kickboxing classes.
Parking is plentiful, so visitors can feel free to bring their vehicles.

No one ever said exercising is easy, but it can be fun at Milpitas' Curves.
Craving a good cardio workout? Check out one of these high-intensity kickboxing classes.
Parking is plentiful, so visitors can feel free to bring their vehicles.

Groupon Guide

This week: gourmet chocolate floods Ghirardelli Square, a kimchi expert teaches you to jar your own cabbage, a pop-up film festival screens nine shorts, the San Francisco Improv Fest enters its second week, and Disney’s leading ladies are on display. As always, check Groupon for more great things to do in San Francisco.
Ghirardelli Chocolate Festival
Russian Hill | Saturday, September 13, and Sunday, September 14
A ticket to the Ghirardelli Chocolate Festival doesn’t just get you in—it also gets you 15 gourmet chocolate tastings. More than 30 vendors will be offering their sweets to sample, and special events range from chef demonstrations to a messy sundae-eating contest. (Ghirardelli Square, 900 N. Point St.; $20–$40; buy tickets here)
Learn to Make Kimchi
SoMa | Saturday, September 13, and Thursday, September 18
Like your cabbage fermented? Ellen White, owner of Ellen’s Kimchi, will be hosting a class on making your own jar of this famed Korean food, complete with some decorative twine, a label, and a recipe you can use at home whenever that craving strikes. (739 Bryant St.; $50 with a Groupon; buy tickets here)
Future Shorts Film Festival
Nob Hill | Friday, September 19
Future Shorts, a pop-up film festival known for its mold-breaking short films, celebrates summer’s end with nine pieces at Firehouse 8. The films range from the bizarre music video for Bonobo’s “Cirrus” (shown above) to the locally made Typist, about a man and his typewriter navigating a technophile’s world. (1648 Pacific Ave.; $10; buy tickets here)
San Francisco Improv Fest
Financial District | Tuesday, September 16, to Saturday, September 20
The second week of the San Francisco Improv Fest kicks off with Speechless, a show that provides performers with a PowerPoint presentation that they’ve never seen before, and demands that they wow the audience. Also on the schedule: the all-women group Chick Flick, the guitar-toting duo Huge, and 30 Rock’s Scott Adsit. (215 Jackson St.; ticket prices vary based on the event; buy tickets here)
Leading Ladies and Femmes Fatales: The Art of Marc Davis
Presidio | Mondays, Wednesdays–Sundays through November 3
Animator Marc Davis was behind some of Disney’s most memorable women, including Tinkerbell, Maleficent, and Cruella de Vil. This exhibit at the Walt Disney Family Museum showcases these extraordinary ladies and the talent that brought them to life, displaying artwork from Davis’s personal collection in addition to other sources. (104 Montgomery St.; $12–$20; buy tickets here)
Image credits: Ghirardelli Chocolate Festival photo by James Hall Photography, Marc Davis photo courtesy of WDW News Today

San Francisco has an infinite supply of two things: tech startups and out-of-town guests. And if you work at one, you might not have time for the other. So, what do you do when visitors ask for recommendations? You could direct them to the Golden Gate Bridge (again) … or, you could check out these cliché-free suggestions. And, as always, check Groupon for more great things to do in San Francisco.
Beyond Canvas
Why take home a postcard when you can create your own painting of a San Francisco monument? With Beyond Canvas, out-of-towners can spend three hours plein-air painting at an iconic location in the city. They’ll capture some of the gorgeous San Francisco scenery while creating their own souvenir, all under the guidance of a pro. Plus, the materials are legit: students use French easels and specialized brushes.
SideTour
It’s hard to sum up SideTour—it encompasses everything from sailing on the bay to rolling your own sushi. The curated activities are presented by local artisans, chefs, winemakers, and more, so they’re a great way for sightseers to experience San Francisco as a diverse cultural powerhouse.
Cozymeal
If you work nights, and you don’t want to leave your guests fending for themselves at a restaurant, Cozymeal has you covered. Customers visit a local’s home—some hosts are professional chefs, others just like to cook and entertain—where they can break bread, share stories, and learn new cooking techniques themselves.
Nomaders
Nomaders are people who love San Francisco and want to share its secrets with others. They might take your guests out for a killer cup of coffee, a short hike, or drinks at a local speakeasy. Clients can propose ideas for excursions or take a suggestion from the service, but either way, they’ll know more about the city than they did before.
Images courtesy of Beyond Canvas and Nipkon Tran

This week: insufferable foodies break into song, Indian chariots parade through Golden Gate Park, UC Berkeley’s Caltopia offers free massages, the Exploratorium examines sound, and you can dance if you want to. As always, check Groupon for more great things to do in San Francisco.
Foodies! The Musical
Union Square | Friday and Saturday through November 1
Whether you’re a bottled-water devotee or someone who likes to make fun of them, Foodies! The Musical will satisfy. The show lambasts all kinds of eating habits and restaurant trends, dishing out snark and catchy songs in equal portions.
(533 Sutter St.; $17 with a Groupon; buy tickets here)
48th Annual Festival of the Chariots
Golden Gate Park | Sunday, August 24
Known in India as the Ratha Yatra festival, the Festival of the Chariots begins with an interactive parade, during which the crowd drags three huge chariots through Golden Gate Park. The route culminates in yet another festival, featuring Indian dances, vendors, and a free vegetarian meal.
(Transverse Dr. and John F. Kennedy Dr.; free)
Caltopia
Berkeley | Sunday, August 24, and Monday, August 25
Though it takes place on UC Berkeley’s campus, the annual Caltopia celebration isn’t limited to students or faculty. Anyone can stop by and take advantage of various freebies, from massages to haircuts to T-shirts. You can also expect food booths and student-group performances aplenty.
(2301 Bancroft Way; free)
Full-Spectrum Science with Ron Hipschman: Sound
Embarcadero | Sunday, August 24, and Thursday, August 28
Every fourth Sunday and Thursday of the month, Exploratorium scientist Ron Hipschman hosts a lecture that incorporates hands-on, family-friendly activities. This month’s installment focuses on sound, asking questions such as “Can two sounds add up to no sound?” and “Can you measure the speed of sound with a yardstick?”
(Pier 15, Embarcadero at Green St; included with museum admission of $17–$29; buy tickets here)
Men Without Hats
SoMa | Tuesday, August 26
Experiencing a shortage of synth in your life? Head to DNA Lounge on Tuesday night to see the newly reunited Men Without Hats. The Canadian group is most famous for its 1983 call to action, “Safety Dance,” but lead singer Ivan Doroschuk has plenty more new-wave treats up his sleeve.
(375 11th St.; $15–$20; buy tickets here)
Image credits: Foodies! The Musical photo courtesy of AWAT Productions; chariot and UC Berkeley photos courtesy of Wikimedia Commons; headphone photo by James Lee